Easy Pasta Aglio e Olio Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lbSpaghetti
• 6-8, thinly slicedGarlic cloves
• 1/2 cupOlive oil
• 1/2 tsp, or to tasteRed pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup, choppedFresh parsley
• 1/4 cup, grated (optional)Parmesan cheese
• to tasteSalt
• to tasteBlack pepper

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

380 kcal

Protein

12 g

Carbs

55 g

Fat

12 g

Steps

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti according to package directions in well-salted water. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook gently until garlic is fragrant and golden, about 3-5 minutes. Do not burn the garlic.

3. 3

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss to coat.

4. 4

   Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet and toss vigorously until a light sauce forms, adding more pasta water if needed.

5. 5

   Stir in fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, optionally topped with grated Parmesan.